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Online therapist

Mark Stratton

Supportive counseling for family and life changes

Credentials
LPCC
Experience
12 years
Licensed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Mark

Mark Stratton is an Ohio-licensed counselor with 12 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship and family difficulties. He focuses on practical, clear support to improve confidence, motivation, and day-to-day coping. Mark creates a calm space where clients can speak honestly without feeling judged.

He encourages small, achievable steps toward a more satisfying life. In sessions he listens for what matters most to each person and helps turn those concerns into concrete goals.

Background and approach

He works through problems like grief, anger, trauma and abuse, and managing mood symptoms such as bipolar disorder. He also supports people facing major life changes and those dealing with personality-related challenges or issues common to young adults. His style emphasizes straightforward conversation, active listening, and collaborative planning.

Clients can expect him to help identify patterns, try practical strategies, and adjust plans when needed. The tone in his work is steady and focused on progress rather than quick fixes. Mark offers care in English and provides sessions through several online formats.

He asks people to take a first step by answering a short matching questionnaire to find the right fit. From there, scheduling is arranged according to availability. He holds the credential LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.

That license reflects training and practice in providing therapy in Ohio and underpins his clinical work with individuals seeking clearer direction and better coping skills.

Therapeutic techniques and online care that fit your life

Mark uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on clear steps and real-world change. One common technique involves structured problem-solving to break big issues into small, manageable steps; this helps with anxiety, stress, and life transitions by making tasks feel less overwhelming. Another approach centers on improving emotional awareness and regulation, teaching ways to notice feelings, understand triggers, and respond differently when strong emotions arise. That work is useful for anger, mood challenges, and reactions tied to past trauma.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about symptoms, goals, and daily routines, then try methods that match those needs. Plans are adjusted over time based on what is and isn’t working, so clients help shape the path forward.

Online therapy with Mark is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care fit into busy schedules. These options let people attend sessions from home, keep continuity during life changes, and check in by message when short support is needed between conversations. The range of formats adds flexibility while allowing the same therapeutic techniques to be used across different settings.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Mark help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family struggles, self esteem and motivation, grief, anger, trauma and abuse, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on personality disorders and young adult issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is conversational and practical. He listens, helps set clear goals, and uses step-by-step plans to address problems.
How long has he been practicing?
Mark has 12 years of professional experience working with clients on a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credential and location are listed?
He is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and practices in Ohio. The license number on file is OH LPCC E.0900472.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
12 years
Licensed
Ohio
Languages
English

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